This is an ongoing project. I got into contact with a representative from spotaspot.org and was able to hold 2 training sessions for my members, informing them about the dangers of melanoma and how to "spot a spot." Then the students were able to sign up for local elementary/junior high/high schools where they go for an hour or two to present this information to the students [in a fun way]. The Pre-med students thus get a taste of medical education!

Content area

Child and Adolescent Health

Number of participants

10

Participant hours involved

5 hour(s)

PROJECT PLANNING

Coordinator roles

Coordinator hours

hour(s)

FUNDING & ADVERTISING

Total project cost

$0

Project funding

Funding breakdown of sources and/or donations:

Project advertising

Through email to members, announcements during meetings, and word of mouth.

PROJECT EVALUATION

Success rating(1 = unsuccesful, 5 = very successful)

2

Lessons/suggestions

Not as many people signed up and followed through as I would have planned..we are trying to find schools that are closer to our university and thus people will more likely get involved [because they can go during a 2 hr break instead of waiting until they